AI's Artistic Eye: Capturing the Gritty Glamour of Noir with Leonardo-ai

Film noir, with its stark contrasts, shadowy figures, and gritty realism, has captivated audiences for decades. Its distinctive aesthetic, characterized by low-key lighting, dramatic angles, and a sense of urban decay, has become a recognizable style in cinema. But can AI capture this complex visual language? This blog post explores the challenges and successes of an AI model attempting to recreate the film noir aesthetic, analyzing its performance in terms of camera position, shot analysis, and aesthetic interpretation.

Created with: leonardo-ai

Lost in the Neon Rain

A solitary figure, shrouded in mystery, navigates a rain-soaked alleyway under the glow of neon signs. The atmosphere is thick with intrigue, leaving you wondering who they are and what secrets they hold.

Prompt

Film noir: Gritty, determined, melancholic ; A lone detective; medium shot; Heroism; A dimly lit alleyway with rain pouring down, neon signs reflecting in puddles.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A man in a trench coat walks down a wet, narrow alleyway in a city at night. The alley is dimly lit with neon signs and streetlights, and rain is falling heavily.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mood : mysterious, moody, atmospheric

Quality

Entropy : 6.13

Noise : 110

Prompt Clip Score : 0.34

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.20

Image errors : Slight oversharpening in some areas, especially around the edges of the man’s silhouette, leading to a bit of a halo effect.

Lost in the Shadows: A Mysterious Stroll Through a Lantern-Lit Alley

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A lone figure, shrouded in a black coat and fedora, walks down a narrow, dimly lit street. Red lanterns cast flickering shadows on the cobblestone path and the small shops lining the way. The atmosphere is thick with mystery and nostalgia, inviting you to step into this captivating scene.

Prompt

Film noir: Suspenseful, mysterious, thrilling ; A shadowy figure escaping through a maze of narrow streets; long shot; Adventure; A bustling night market with flickering lanterns and crowded stalls.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A person walks down a narrow street lined with shops and lanterns, with many people walking in the same direction. The street is illuminated by the warm glow of the lanterns, creating a cozy and atmospheric scene.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mood : mysterious, atmospheric, cozy

Quality

Entropy : 5.98

Noise : 96

Prompt Clip Score : 0.29

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : The image is slightly overexposed in some areas, leading to a loss of detail in the highlights.

High Stakes Showdown: A Close-Up Look at the Action

Feel the tension in this dramatic close-up shot of a poker game. The focus on the players’ hands, the blurred background, and the smoky atmosphere create a sense of suspense and intensity, hinting at a high-stakes showdown.

Prompt

Film noir: Intense, suspenseful, dangerous ; A gambler’s hand holding a pair of aces; close-up; Gaming; A smoky, dimly lit casino with flashing lights and the sound of slot machines.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A hand of cards is being played at a casino table. The cards are being dealt out, and there are chips on the table.

Aesthetic Score : 0.6

Mood : dramatic, suspenseful, intense

Quality

Entropy : 6.16

Noise : 79

Prompt Clip Score : 0.29

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.20

Image errors : There is some noise in the image and a slight blurriness in the background.

Lost in the Rain: A Vintage Car’s Melancholy Journey

A vintage car cuts through the rain on a lonely road, passing a closed diner with a flickering neon sign. The dramatic lighting and the car’s solitary path evoke a sense of nostalgia, melancholy, and mystery.

Prompt

Film noir: Lonely, melancholic, atmospheric ; A vintage car speeding through a deserted highway; wide shot; Tourism; A desolate, rain-soaked landscape with a lone motel in the distance.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A classic car driving down a road in the rain past a diner with a neon sign. The sky is overcast and stormy.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mood : nostalgic, moody, atmospheric

Quality

Entropy : 6.38

Noise : 85

Prompt Clip Score : 0.34

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : No noticeable errors

Lost in the City Lights: A Moment of Melancholy

A woman sits by a train window, her gaze lost in the blurry cityscape. Rain streaks the glass, mirroring the melancholy in her eyes. The scene evokes a sense of isolation and introspection, as she contemplates the passing world.

Prompt

Film noir: Nostalgic, melancholic, introspective ; A woman looking out of a train window at a passing cityscape; medium shot; Travel; A dark, rainy cityscape with towering buildings and flickering streetlights.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A woman with short blond hair sits by a window in a train or bus. She looks out the window, and the city scenery is blurred. The mood is contemplative and pensive.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mood : contemplative, pensive, nostalgic

Quality

Entropy : 6.46

Noise : 95

Prompt Clip Score : 0.36

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts in the blurred areas of the cityscape, and some aliasing in the woman’s hair.

A Family’s Silent Tension Under Dimly Lit Shadows

A haunting image captures a family of three, shrouded in the soft glow of a single lamp. Their expressions, illuminated by the dim light, speak volumes of unspoken tension and anticipation. The sparse room and the air of mystery create a palpable sense of unease, leaving the viewer wondering what secrets lie beneath the surface.

Prompt

Film noir: Intimate, tense, claustrophobic ; A family huddled together in a dimly lit room; medium shot; Family; A cramped apartment with peeling paint and a flickering gas lamp.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A family, a father, mother, and young daughter are sitting at a dimly lit table in a room. There is a single lamp illuminating the scene, and the rest of the room is shrouded in darkness.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mood : tense, suspenseful, mysterious

Quality

Entropy : 5.46

Noise : 80

Prompt Clip Score : 0.29

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : There are no significant errors in the image. The lighting creates some shadows and graininess, but this is likely intentional.

Lost in the Neon Rain

A solitary figure, shrouded in a trench coat, stands on a rain-slicked street, bathed in the glow of neon signs. The atmosphere is heavy with mystery and intrigue, as shadows dance and the rain falls relentlessly.

Prompt

Film noir: Mysterious, brooding, contemplative ; A detective’s silhouette against a window, cigarette smoke swirling around him; low-angle shot; Heroism; A rain-soaked city street with neon signs reflecting in the puddles.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A lone man in a trench coat stands in a wet, deserted street at night. Neon signs illuminate the street, casting a blue and orange glow on the wet asphalt.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mood : noir, atmospheric, melancholic

Quality

Entropy : 6.29

Noise : 103

Prompt Clip Score : 0.35

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : Some artifacts around the edges of the signs, but overall the image is very clean.

Shadowed Threat: A Gunman Lurks in the Darkness

A figure in a suit, armed and dangerous, stands in a dimly lit alleyway. The barrel of a gun is the only source of light, casting an ominous shadow and creating a palpable sense of suspense. This image evokes a feeling of danger and mystery, leaving the viewer wondering what lies ahead.

Prompt

Film noir: Suspenseful, dangerous, threatening ; A close-up of a hand holding a gun, the barrel pointed at a shadowy figure; extreme close-up; Adventure; A dark, smoky back alley with a flickering streetlight.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A man in a dark suit is holding a gun in his right hand, leaning against a large barrel in a dimly lit, deserted street at night.

Aesthetic Score : 0.6

Mood : dark, mysterious, suspenseful

Quality

Entropy : 5.65

Noise : 75

Prompt Clip Score : 0.30

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.20

Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, such as noise and banding, particularly in the shadows and highlights.

A High-Stakes Gamble in the Shadows

A man in a tuxedo, bathed in the dim glow of a casino, places a bet on the roulette wheel. The camera, positioned over his shoulder, captures the suspense and mystery of the moment as he reaches for his fate. This elegant and dramatic scene evokes a sense of anticipation and intrigue.

Prompt

Film noir: Intense, suspenseful, unpredictable ; A roulette wheel spinning, the ball landing on a single number; close-up; Gaming; A dimly lit casino with the sound of chips clinking and people whispering.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A man in a tuxedo is placing a bet on a roulette table in a casino.

Aesthetic Score : 0.75

Mood : intense, suspenseful, luxurious

Quality

Entropy : 5.81

Noise : 85

Prompt Clip Score : 0.30

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.20

Image errors : No visible artifacts or errors.

Lighthouse Against the Storm: A Tale of Solitude and Drama

A solitary lighthouse stands defiant against a raging sea, its beacon a stark contrast to the dark, foreboding sky. The scene evokes a sense of dramatic isolation and melancholic beauty, with the crashing waves and lone figure on the pier adding to the eerie atmosphere.

Prompt

Film noir: Lonely, melancholic, atmospheric ; A lone figure walking down a deserted pier, the ocean waves crashing against the pilings; long shot; Travel; A foggy, desolate coastline with a lighthouse in the distance.; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A lighthouse stands on a weathered pier, with crashing waves in the foreground. The sky is dark and stormy, with a sense of drama and isolation.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mood : dark, moody, dramatic

Quality

Entropy : 6.88

Noise : 92

Prompt Clip Score : 0.31

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.20

Image errors : No major errors, but the image could benefit from sharpening and a slight increase in contrast.

Conclusion

The results show that the generative AI model performed well in terms of camera position and shot analysis, but struggled with aesthetic analysis.

Here’s a breakdown:

• Camera Position: The model scored 0.5, which falls within the “good” range (0.5 to 0.75). This indicates that the model was able to accurately capture the camera position described in the prompt.
• Shot Analysis: The model scored 0.58, also within the “good” range. This suggests that the model understood the scene described in the prompt and was able to create an image that reflected that understanding.
• Aesthetic Analysis: The model scored 0.29, which is significantly lower than the “very good” range (-0.2 to 0.1). This indicates that the generated image did not match the expected aesthetic as closely as it did with the camera position and shot analysis.

Overall, the model demonstrates a good understanding of camera position and scene composition, but needs improvement in capturing the desired aesthetic.